Monty “Rex” Preston, 86, of Lyons NE
May 21, 2018 Leave a comment
Monty “Rex” Preston was born to Allen and Gladys (Crowell) Preston September 1, 1931 in Walthill, Nebraska. He passed away May 18th, 2018, at his home in Lyons, Nebraska.
He attended Parks School in rural Rosalie and graduated from Lyons High School in 1950. In December of 1950, he enlisted into the United States Navy. He proudly served 4 years. He was 20 degrees away from traveling completely around the entire world.
On January 7th, 1955, he was married to Donna Mae Swanson in Decatur, Nebraska. They lived most of their lives on a farm raising their 6 children. In later years, he enjoyed working at the Oakland Golf Club and Helena. He was also a member of the VFW, Lyons American Legion and Bethany Lutheran Church. He was also a Mason and Shriner.
He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers: Dave, Duane and Kay; and 6 sisters: Betty, Audrey, Shirley, Bev, Margarite, and infant sister; grandchildren: Amy Anderson and Kevin and George Bacon.
Survivors include his wife, Donna; six children: Kim (John) Helzer of Tekamah, Denise (Jeff) Anderson of Lyons, Kristi (Gary) Bacon of Lyons, Janelle McCluskey of Lyons, Don (Shelley) Preston of Wayne and Ron (Lisa) Preston of Firth; 13 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Rick Nelson; sister-in-law, Mary Bacon; numerous nieces and nephews and numerous great grandpuppies.
Pelan Funeral Services of Lyons is in charge of arrangements.
Upcoming Events
VISITATION
May 21st
PO Box 168
Lyons, Nebraska 68038
Prayer Service will start at 7 pm. Family will be receiving friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE
May 22nd
PO Box 168
Lyons, Nebraska 68038
Military Honors will be held at the cemetery.
Cemetery Details
LOCATION
Lyons, NE 68038
TO THE FAMILY FOR LATER DESIGNATION.
Rex Preston
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